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property at 210 N 17th St

$850 - $950

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210 N 17th St

St. LouisMO63103

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property at 5415 Dresden Ave

$1,200

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$1,200

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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5415 Dresden Ave

St. LouisMO63116

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property at 1501 Locust St

$1,350

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1501 Locust St, Unit 202

1501 Locust St
St. LouisMO63103

Fairmont City, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fairmont City Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fairmont City, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Collins Terrace Apartments in the Lafayette Square neighborhood priced from $721. Downtowner Apartments in the Lafayette Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fairmont City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Collins Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom Large1BR,1BA$721
Downtowner ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$775
The Gentrys Landing ApartmentsStudio UnfurnishedStudio,1BA$855
The Ely Walker Lofts1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$950
The ShelbyPapinStudio,1BA$965
Cityside ApartmentsDogwood1BR,1BA$978
Arcade ApartmentsI-D1BR,1BA$998
Parsons Place2 Bdrm Garden, 847 SqFt, Tax Credit, 50% AMI2BR,1BA$1,020
The Crown Downtown1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,025
Vangard Lofts1G1BR,1BA$1,065

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairmont City, IL and Nearby

As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairmont City area is the $0.80 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Roberts Galerie Lofts in the in the Lafayette Square neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Fairmont City apartment is the B2 Model at Bogen | Urban Chic Lofts starting at $1,865 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Lafayette Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairmont City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Roberts Galerie Lofts2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.80
Bogen | Urban Chic LoftsB22BR,2BA$1.17
Denim LoftsB2BR,2BA$1.20
Vista | On Wash AveA11BR,1BA$1.10
Pointe 400 ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.02
Fashion Square IB22BR,1BA$1.13
Syndicate BuildingStabdard 1BR1BR,1BA$1.11
Grace LoftsCITY LOFT1BR,1BA$1.23
Bee Hat LoftsA3 - 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.20
Vangard Lofts1G1BR,1BA$1.28

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fairmont City

What type of rentals are currently available in Fairmont City?

There are currently 182 Apartments for Rent in Fairmont City, IL with pricing that ranges from $679 to $7,935. There are also 64 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fairmont City ranging from $250 to $3,100.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fairmont City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fairmont City ranges from $250 to $3,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,244.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.